Dentist Blog: Dental Crowns and Bridges

Dental crowns are versatile and indispensable dental prosthetics that are used to restore the shape, size, strength, and appearance of damaged teeth or serve as long-term tooth replacements atop dental implants. Crafted from various materials like porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, or some combination thereof, dental crowns encase (or replace) the above-the-gum portion of a tooth and offer structural support, ...

If you have a tooth that is severely decayed, broken, or damaged past what a dental filling can repair, your Los Gatos dentist may recommend a crown. A crown is ideal for covering a damaged tooth with a durable, reliable, and aesthetic solution for your smile. 

When Do I Need a Crown?

Dr. Pagonis typically uses tooth crowns in these situations:

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Dental crowns are a highly effective way to repair a damaged or injured tooth and can significantly benefit your oral health. A dental crown can make the difference between saving a natural tooth and losing or extracting a tooth. Dr. Nicole Pagonis is a Los Gatos, CA dentist who can provide you with a custom-made dental crown to ...

Are you missing one or more of your natural teeth? If so, a dental crown and bridge may be the best option for restoring your smile. Crowns and bridges are prosthetic teeth used to restore a person's smile. 

Dr. Nicole Pagonis uses crowns and bridges to correct various issues, and your dentist can help you determine which restoration is best ...